 Hong Kong Chief Executive Donald Tsang says Hong Kong will back Margaret Chan's bid for the post of Director-General of the World Health Organization, adding if elected, she would lead the organization into a new era of international cooperation.
Tsang discussed with Dr Chan at Government House how the SAR Government could complement the Central Government's efforts to support her election campaign.
The Chief Executive then hosted a reception to introduce Dr Chan to the consular corps in the city. Twelve representatives from the 34 countries on the Executive Board of the WHO were present.
Tsang said Margaret is most eminently suitable for the job because she is an outstanding public health professional with a strong sense of responsibility and a solid professional and academic background.
He added that Dr Chan had first-hand experience in handling infectious disease prevention and control, a full understanding of the operation and challenges of the WHO, and, more importantly, an illustrious record of achievement in terms of flu pandemic preparedness in her three years with the WHO.
Dr Chan said she was deeply honored by the trust the Central Government placed in her.
She said she was confident her 28 years of experience in public health amassed in Hong Kong and in WHO had prepared her for the upcoming challenge.
Liang Tao, CRI News, Hong Kong
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